Rally for DHK 2025
- Date Sat 26th July 2025
- Location Kitchener, ON
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Rally for DHK 2025, taking place on Saturday, July 26th, in the vibrant city of Kitchener, Waterloo! This exciting event combines the thrill of an "Amazing Race" with the puzzle-solving fun of an "Escape Room," all in support of The Darling Home for Kids. Teams will embark on a challenging journey made up of three unique legs, each concluding at a surprise location, where strategy, navigation, and teamwork are essential for success.
Participants will enjoy a day filled with laughter and friendly competition as they chase clues, navigate through oddball landmarks, and compete for the coveted Rally Cup! The event kicks off at 9:00 AM from Conestoga College, Doon Campus, and features recreational and competitive divisions to accommodate all skill levels. Don’t miss your chance to join the fun, fundraise for an incredible cause, and create lasting memories with friends and family. Whether you’re in a team of 2 or 4, come prepared to strategize, explore, and enjoy a day packed with excitement while raising vital funds for children in need. Join us and be part of this amazing journey!
Participants will enjoy a day filled with laughter and friendly competition as they chase clues, navigate through oddball landmarks, and compete for the coveted Rally Cup! The event kicks off at 9:00 AM from Conestoga College, Doon Campus, and features recreational and competitive divisions to accommodate all skill levels. Don’t miss your chance to join the fun, fundraise for an incredible cause, and create lasting memories with friends and family. Whether you’re in a team of 2 or 4, come prepared to strategize, explore, and enjoy a day packed with excitement while raising vital funds for children in need. Join us and be part of this amazing journey!
Organiser's Description
Who will take home the Rally Cup in 2025? Get ready for an action-packed "Amazing Race" meets "Escape Room" experience in support of The Darling Home for Kids! Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 26th, and gather your team for a thrilling challenge where strategy, navigation, and quick thinking are key.
🏆Will you take home the coveted Rally Cup?The Rally is made up of three epic legs, each wrapping up at a mystery location. But don’t think it’s just a leisurely Sunday drive - your total time depends on your brainpower, teamwork, and ability to actually follow directions (looking at you, backseat navigators). Get lost? That’s more mileage - and more laughs - for your team. Chase down every clue? That’s dedication... but it might slow you down. Each route has a “sweet spot” arrival time. Show up too early? Penalty. Too late? Yep, that’s points off too. This isn’t about speed - it’s about strategy, timing, and a little bit of luck.But wait - there's more! Be on the lookout for oddball landmarks, clever signs, and bizarre natural sightings based on the clues in your instructions. Some might even get you out of the car (safely!) for a little road-trip scavenger hunting. Snap those photos and write down those answers - you’ll score points for every correct find. But be warned: dawdling can cost you. That’s where the friendly fire starts flying. Do you play it safe, or go all-in for glory?This is where legends are made, friendships are tested (in a good way), and stories are born. So buckle up, keep your eyes peeled, and may the best team win... or at least have the most fun trying.Don't miss your chance to bring home the Rally Cup while also raising important funds for The Darling Home for Kids!Your Registration Fee Includes: Rally Kit – filled with snacks and tools to help you along your wayA Rally car decal - identify your involvement in the event (and see the other teams involved!)Grab & Go Breakfast at the starting lineLunch – set up at one of the checkpoints to refuel you along your journeyFinish Line Reception - You made it! Take your time to go through your Rally package before submitting it for scoring. Connect with other teams and share in the joy of the day. In addition to the registration fee, teams are required to fundraise, with 100% of funds directed towards The Darling Home for Kids. Fundraising minimums by team are below:$300 for a Team of 2$450 for a Team of 4Starting Line:We are excited to start the Rally at Conestoga College, Doon Campus (299 Doon Valley Dr, Kitchener, ON N2G 4M4). We are pushing this year's starting time to 9:00am. Recreational and Competitive Divisions! Unsure if you're ready to Rally with those that are 'hardcore'? Sign up for the recreational division and receive one (1) bonus "lifeline" (without penalties) as well as identifying markers along the route to make sure you're on the right track. EXAMPLE: While on route, as you drive past a library, there will be a bonus 'clue' that reads: You bookworms have no time to stop at the Greensville Library! When you pass the Greensville Library, you will know you're on the right track. TIP:
If you're new to car rally events, we suggest registering as a Team of 4 in the Recreational Division, so you have more team members to help find the clues and navigate the route. Note: If you are joining a team that has already registered, you will need the team code from the captain. The team code is case sensitive. PRIZES! PRIZES! PRIZES!Prizes will be awarded for fundraising, divisional winners and the best dressed team. Check out photos of last year's teams HERE.
Refer a team to sign up for the Rally for DHK and earn 5 bonus ballots for fundraising draw prizes. When that team reaches the fundraising minimum, you'll earn an additional 5 ballots! Make sure whoever you refer mentions during registration that you referred them. Interested in donating a prize? Please contact Nicole Walker ([email protected]).Every day, The Darling Home for Kids is entrusted to care for the most medically complex children. Our highly specialized Residential, Respite, and Hospice Palliative Care Programs draw children and families from all over the province. More than 70,000 children in Ontario are classified as medically complex, and that number continues to rise, as does the demand for our services. Proceeds from the Rally for DHK will help to support our core programs and services. With your help, we can provide each child with the best care possible.
*Registration fees are not eligible for a tax receipt.
🏆Will you take home the coveted Rally Cup?The Rally is made up of three epic legs, each wrapping up at a mystery location. But don’t think it’s just a leisurely Sunday drive - your total time depends on your brainpower, teamwork, and ability to actually follow directions (looking at you, backseat navigators). Get lost? That’s more mileage - and more laughs - for your team. Chase down every clue? That’s dedication... but it might slow you down. Each route has a “sweet spot” arrival time. Show up too early? Penalty. Too late? Yep, that’s points off too. This isn’t about speed - it’s about strategy, timing, and a little bit of luck.But wait - there's more! Be on the lookout for oddball landmarks, clever signs, and bizarre natural sightings based on the clues in your instructions. Some might even get you out of the car (safely!) for a little road-trip scavenger hunting. Snap those photos and write down those answers - you’ll score points for every correct find. But be warned: dawdling can cost you. That’s where the friendly fire starts flying. Do you play it safe, or go all-in for glory?This is where legends are made, friendships are tested (in a good way), and stories are born. So buckle up, keep your eyes peeled, and may the best team win... or at least have the most fun trying.Don't miss your chance to bring home the Rally Cup while also raising important funds for The Darling Home for Kids!Your Registration Fee Includes: Rally Kit – filled with snacks and tools to help you along your wayA Rally car decal - identify your involvement in the event (and see the other teams involved!)Grab & Go Breakfast at the starting lineLunch – set up at one of the checkpoints to refuel you along your journeyFinish Line Reception - You made it! Take your time to go through your Rally package before submitting it for scoring. Connect with other teams and share in the joy of the day. In addition to the registration fee, teams are required to fundraise, with 100% of funds directed towards The Darling Home for Kids. Fundraising minimums by team are below:$300 for a Team of 2$450 for a Team of 4Starting Line:We are excited to start the Rally at Conestoga College, Doon Campus (299 Doon Valley Dr, Kitchener, ON N2G 4M4). We are pushing this year's starting time to 9:00am. Recreational and Competitive Divisions! Unsure if you're ready to Rally with those that are 'hardcore'? Sign up for the recreational division and receive one (1) bonus "lifeline" (without penalties) as well as identifying markers along the route to make sure you're on the right track. EXAMPLE: While on route, as you drive past a library, there will be a bonus 'clue' that reads: You bookworms have no time to stop at the Greensville Library! When you pass the Greensville Library, you will know you're on the right track. TIP:
If you're new to car rally events, we suggest registering as a Team of 4 in the Recreational Division, so you have more team members to help find the clues and navigate the route. Note: If you are joining a team that has already registered, you will need the team code from the captain. The team code is case sensitive. PRIZES! PRIZES! PRIZES!Prizes will be awarded for fundraising, divisional winners and the best dressed team. Check out photos of last year's teams HERE.
Refer a team to sign up for the Rally for DHK and earn 5 bonus ballots for fundraising draw prizes. When that team reaches the fundraising minimum, you'll earn an additional 5 ballots! Make sure whoever you refer mentions during registration that you referred them. Interested in donating a prize? Please contact Nicole Walker ([email protected]).Every day, The Darling Home for Kids is entrusted to care for the most medically complex children. Our highly specialized Residential, Respite, and Hospice Palliative Care Programs draw children and families from all over the province. More than 70,000 children in Ontario are classified as medically complex, and that number continues to rise, as does the demand for our services. Proceeds from the Rally for DHK will help to support our core programs and services. With your help, we can provide each child with the best care possible.
*Registration fees are not eligible for a tax receipt.
Rally for DHK 2025